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Leo Robitschek of The Nomad Bar in NYC uses fresh apple cider and maple syrup in his perfect cold-weather cocktail. Food and Wine
1 ounce rye
1 ounce Luxardo Amaro Abano
3/4 ounce apple cider
1/4 ounce pure maple syrup
1/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
Ice
5 thin apple slices, skewered on a toothpick, for garnish
In a shaker, combine everything except the ice and apple slices. Fill the shaker with ice, cover and shake well. Using a fine sieve as well as a cocktail strainer (preferably a Hawthorne), strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe. Garnish with the apple slices.